With a cadre of like-minded, wealthy donors, Mr. Soros is dominating the pro-legalization side of the marijuana debate by funding grass-roots initiatives that begin in New York City and end up affecting local politics elsewhere. The Washington Times article identifies the backers of the movement, some of the...
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New evidence indicates another risk factor for young adults consuming energy drinks
A research team representing six American universities found that the frequency of energy drink use is associated with increased odds of illicit prescription stimulant medication use. Their research is published in Substance Abuse, the official journal of the Association for Medical Education and Research in Substance Abuse (AMERSA), and a publication from Routledge. Read more
FMCSA Proposes National Drug and Alcohol Testing Clearinghouse for Commercial Truck and Bus Drivers
FMCSA proposal would provide a centralized database for driver safety records but in the past these data sources have taken a long time to get compiled if they ever do. This database woud not only contain driving records but also drug testing history. In theory it would be great to help companies...
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Attorney General Calls Attention to Heroin Overdose Crisis
In his statement, Holder said the DEA is trying to reduce the supply of heroin “at all levels of the supply chain.” Officials are also working with law enforcement, physicians and others to increase prevention and treatment programs for heroin and prescription opioids. “It’s clear that opiate addiction is an urgent —...
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